WARRI, Nigeria — Warri Wolves FC have dramatically suspended head coach Aluma Napoleon, effective immediately, citing a string of poor results in the ongoing Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) 2025/2026 season.
The decision comes just weeks after the Delta State-based club, which recently secured its return to the top flight, struggled to find its footing, culminating in a recent home defeat that placed significant pressure on the technical crew.
In a statement addressing the swift change, the club management announced that assistant coach Johnny Austin will take charge of the team on an interim basis. Austin is tasked with immediately repositioning the squad and restoring their competitive edge as they navigate the tough waters of the NPFL.
Aluma, who successfully guided the team to promotion, now steps aside as the club seeks to arrest its slide and deliver the desired results for its fans and stakeholders. The focus will now be on interim coach Johnny Austin to inspire a quick turnaround in performance.
